The Wolves bench looked much improved against Brooklyn, combining for 28 points despite Brandon Rush not seeing the floor at all. We aren’t sure if this had anything to do with a pair of back-to-backs this week, but it bears watching on Wednesday in Orlando.

Tyus Jones had an exciting showing with 12 points, seven assists and five steals. Nemanja Bjelica has looked more comfortable and confident on a game-by-game basis as well.

Three Things to Watch

1. Tyus Jones’ increased minutes.

During an impressive showing against Brooklyn, Tyus Jones played extensive minutes, including the entire fourth quarter. Throughout the game, Tyus showed poise and basketball I.Q. while running the offense. He continues to impress and should continue to be the biggest facilitator on team in Ricky Rubio‘s continuing absence.

While it would make sense for Tyus to be the starting point guard just based on quality of play, I do believe that Thibodeau is playing the long game here by giving rookie Kris Dunn the starting role.

2. Taking advantage of poor shooting.

The Orlando Magic are the worst-shooting team in the entire league with an effective field goal percentage of 45.6. Their offense, which ranks the 29th in offensive rating, features only two shooters with a field goal percentage higher than 46 percent.

The great news here is that the Wolves sit at second in the league in offensive rebound percentage.

Game Prediction

Outside of the high-flying dunkers and excellent new (to their respective team) head coaches, these two teams could not be more dissimilar.

The Magic, while talented in specific areas, are rebuilding and in somewhat of a limbo state due to their cluttered lineup. The Wolves, on the other hand, are a talent-laden squad that is supposed to be a top up-and-comer in the NBA this season.